The City of Goleta is currently accepting applications from citizens who are interested in serving on the City’s various Commissions, Committees and Boards.
Parks and Recreation Commission Vacancy
The Parks and Recreation Commission discusses the needs, opportunities and current offerings of parks and recreation activities, and advise the City Council on all issues related to parks and recreational opportunities in Goleta. The Parks and Recreation Commission is composed of seven members and are compensated at the rate of $50 per meeting. The Parks and Recreation Commission members shall be compensated at the rate of $50.00 per meeting. The student commissioner may choose to waive their compensation to receive community service credit.
One (1) appointment will be made to the Parks and Recreation Commission:
- Student commissioner shall serve a one year term
Eligible applicants must live in the City of Goleta. The Commission holds six regular meetings and may hold additional meetings as needed. Deadline for application submittal is Monday, October 5, 2015. by 5:00 p.m..
Public Tree Advisory Commission Vacancy
The Public Tree Advisory Commission provides advice to staff and the City Council in developing plans and goals for the Goleta Urban Forest, represent the interests of the community and inform the community of the Urban Forestry program as directed by the City Council.
One (1) appointment will be made to the Public Tree Advisory Commission. To be eligible to apply, candidates must reside within Goleta City limits and should have an interest in and/or experience in urban forestry or landscaping. Commissioners are appointed by the City Council and serve four year terms which expire at the first regular meeting of the first February following the expiration of the current term of office of the City Councilmember who appointed the Commission member. The Commission holds meetings on an as-needed basis. Deadline for application submittal is Monday, August 10, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Design Review Board Vacancies
The Design Review Board is a seven-member body with responsibility to encourage development that exemplifies the best professional design practices so as to enhance the visual quality of the environment and prevent poor quality of design. The members shall be skilled in reading and interpreting architectural and landscape drawings and able to judge the effects of a proposed building, structure, landscaping or sign upon the desirability, and development of surrounding areas. The Design Review Board meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 3:00 p.m. and are compensated at the rate of $50.00 per meeting.
Three (3) appointments will be made to the Design Review Board for the following positions. Members will be appointed to a three year term:
- Landscape professional
- At-large position (must live in the City of Goleta)
Deadline for application submittal is Monday, December 7, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Santa Barbara Coastal Vector Control District Board of Trustees Vacancy
The Board of Trustees consists of 8 members, 5 of which are appointed by the County Board of Supervisors and 3 of which are appointed by the City Councils of the member Cities of Carpinteria, Goleta, and Santa Barbara according to the provisions of the “Mosquito Abatement and Vector Control District Law” under the California Health and Safety Code Section 2022.
The City of Goleta is currently accepting applications from citizens who are interested in serving on the Santa Barbara Coastal Vector Control District Board of Trustees. The Santa Barbara Coastal Vector Control District meets on the second Thursdays of the month at 2:00 p.m.
One (1) appointment will be made to the Santa Barbara Coastal Vector Control District Board. To be eligible to apply, candidates must reside within the City of Goleta. Appointments will be for a two year term and commences on the first Monday in January 2016. Deadline for application submittal is Monday, December 7, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Santa Barbara County Library Advisory Committee Vacancy
The City Council of the City of Goleta invites applications for the Santa Barbara County Library Advisory Committee (1 Position).
This is an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the Goleta community by participating in decision-making process on a wide variety of Library issues.
To be eligible to apply, candidates must reside within the City of Goleta. Appointments are one-year terms which run from July 1 to June 30 each year. Deadline for application submittal is Monday, August 3, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Applications may be obtained from, and must be returned to, the Deborah Lopez, City Clerk, City of Goleta, 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117. An application form is also available at the City’s website at www.cityofgoleta.org. Additional information can be provided by calling (805) 961-7505.